Herringbone Double Crochet Stitch
If you’re already familiar with the double crochet stitch, you’re just a step away from mastering the Herringbone Double Crochet Stitch! This twist on the classic double crochet creates a beautiful, textured look that’s perfect for all kinds of projects like blankets, scarves, sweaters, and cardigans.
Materials
- yarn of your choice
- 5 mm Hook
- Tapestry needle
Abbreviations (US terms)
- Chains - ch
- Herringbone Double Crochet (hbdc)
Notes
- Slanted Look: This stitch creates a unique slanted effect, so your fabric will have a beautiful, diagonal texture. It’s perfect for adding visual interest to your projects!
- Tension Matters: Since the stitch requires a little more yarn manipulation than the standard double crochet, be mindful of your tension. Try to keep it consistent throughout to avoid uneven rows.
- Slip-Stitch Transition: Each Herringbone crochet stitch involves a slip stitch, which may feel a little different at first. But once you get used to it, the flow of the stitch becomes easy and fun!
Instructions
- For this double crochet herringbone stitch pattern, we will be working in rows.
- Chain as long as you want your project to be.
- Row 1: Starting in the 3rd chain from the hook, make a *hbdc.
- To make a double crochet herringbone stitch: Yarn over, insert your hook into the chain, yarn over and pull up a loop like you normally would if you were making a normal double crochet. Then, this is where the stitch differs from a double crochet stitch. After pulling up a loop and you now have 3 loops on your hook, pull directly through the first loop on the hook like you would a slip stitch. Then yarn over and pull through only 1 loop. After, yarn over and pull through the remaining 2 loops on your hook.
- Repeat * for the rest of the row. Ch x2 and turn.
- Row 2: Starting in the first stitch, make a hbdc. Repeat for the rest of the row, then ch x2 and turn.
- Repeat row 2 for as long as you want your project.
- That’s it for the Herringbone Double Crochet Stitch—a simple yet stunning way to add texture and elegance to your crochet projects!
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